The Ocean’s 12 Megaprovinces
Scientists have determined a new way to slice and dice marine ecosystems.
Aug 5, 2020 | 550 words, about 2 minutes
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Crab Command and Control
A California team uses science to predict the risk of whale entanglements and shut down the Dungeness crab industry when necessary in “near real time.”
Jun 22, 2020 | 800 words, about 4 minutes
The Rolling, Lurching, Vomit-Inducing Road to a Seasickness Cure
Searching for a solution has its ups and downs.
Jun 9, 2020 | 3,600 words, about 18 minutes
COVID-19 Is Not All Good for Wildlife
Empty beaches are both a boon and a curse for endangered sea turtles.
May 6, 2020 | 750 words, about 3 minutes
Designing the Future of PPE
Known for producing apparel for scuba diving and submarine escape suits, this survival gear manufacturer is trying to envision the next generation of medical personal protective equipment.
Apr 15, 2020 | 1,100 words, about 5 minutes
The Invisible Vector
Ships and their crews crisscross the planet, but their travels are largely unaccounted for in epidemiological modeling.
Apr 9, 2020 | 700 words, about 3 minutes
Who Will Eat All These Oysters?
With the COVID-19 virus challenging the food supply chain, shellfish growers are finding a direct market for their products.
Mar 23, 2020 | 650 words, about 3 minutes
Did Restricting Fishers’ Lines Hurt Their Bottom Line?
Depends on who you ask.
Mar 12, 2020 | 750 words, about 3 minutes